Top Maui Shark Diving

Explore Maui's underwater world in a 1-hour scuba diving experience for all skill levels. From first-time divers to PADI-certified, this small-group dive takes you beneath West Maui's waves with an experienced guide. Certified instructors ensure safety and teach you how to use equipment and breathe underwater, where you’ll see turtles, eels, reef sharks, and more.

Hawaii is a scuba diving paradise and first-time divers can learn the sport during this introductory class in Lahaina. First, learn about breathing techniques and ocean etiquette in calm, shallow waters. Then, put your skills to the test on your first scuba dive alongside your instructor. Maui provides some of the best underwater worlds and is ideal for first-time divers.

Experience an unforgettable day at Maui Ocean Center and immerse yourself in the colorful aquatic world. Enjoy all-day access to explore over 60 exhibits at your own pace, including one of the world's largest displays of live Pacific corals. Encounter sharks, stingrays, and turtles in the 750,000-gallon (2.8 million-liter) open ocean exhibit, and dive into a virtual whale experience in the state-of-the-art Humpbacks of Hawaii exhibit and sphere.

Experience the magic of a Molokini and Turtle Town on this catamaran snorkeling adventure, where you can swim inside a sunken volcano surrounded by vibrant marine life. Start your day cruising to Molokini Crater, then dive into its pristine waters to explore the coral reef teeming with colorful fish. Depending on the conditions, your next stop may be Turtle Town or Coral Gardens, where you’ll have the chance to search for sea turtles and create lifelong memories in Maui’s dazzling underwater world.

Hit the road on an off-road vehicle during this small-group utility task vehicle (UTV) tour from Lahaina. Ideal for families or groups of friends, four-seater vehicles allow you to take the wheel or simply be a passenger. Choose to drive or be a passenger as you explore the west side, which includes a ride through Pu'u Kukui Watershed Preserve.

This half-day, captain-led and crew-staffed Maui snorkeling excursion features a convenient afternoon departure time, leaving you the morning free to sightsee or relax. Enjoy an hours-long cruise on the open water, with local snacks and unlimited alcoholic drinks provided free or charge, and be back on land by dinnertime. Snorkeling gear is included.

At this oceanfront, Kaanapali luau on the island of Maui, feel the rhythmic beat of the drums as the sun sinks low in the sky, and experience the magic of Polynesian dance as tiki torches flicker in the night. Here at one of Maui’s best luaus, smell the fragrant tropical lei you’re given upon arrival. This Kaanapali sunset luau is full of exotic dances, as well as a filling, flavorful all-you-can-eat buffet featuring traditional Hawaiian cooking.

Test your skills out in the waves on this beginning surfing lesson in Maui. Led by an expert instructor, learn surf techniques and timing as you hit the warm waters of Lahaina Harbor. Receive personal attention from your instructor and top-of-the-line equipment to practice on. Photos of your small-group experience are also available for purchase.

Get an up-close look at marine life on this tour, which trades in a typical sightseeing boat for a low-to-the-water Zodiac raft that offers superior views. Keep an eye out for dolphins in the summer or whales in November and May, or simply take in the scenery while listening to live narration from a naturalist guide.

If it’s been a while since you’ve been scuba diving and you feel like you need a refresher, then book this scuba review dive in Lahaina. Join a small group and take a short skill practice in shallow waters before heading out into deeper waters. Enjoy a relaxing dive around the pristine waters of Maui and see several aquatic species such as turtles, eels, rays, and octopuses.

Dive in to explore West Maui's underwater world during this half-day snorkeling cruise from Ka'anapali Beach. Travel to some of the island's best snorkel locations to see green sea turtles (honu), schools of colorful tropical fish, and maybe dolphins, or even humpback whales (seasonal). Dive in with the included gear, then enjoy lunch onboard afterwards, with drinks included.

See all sorts of fish that you might not spot if you snorkeled from land on this Maui snorkeling cruise. Head to the Molokai Crater where you might manta rays, sea urchins, eels, or even a harmless shark. This tour also stops at a spot called Turtle Town along the Maui coastline, where you have the chance to swim alongside enormous Hawaiian Green sea turtles.

Enjoy a ‘front-row seat’ for Maui’s epic sunset accompanied by cocktails and snacks during this sailing cruise from Ka’anapali Beach. Enjoy views of nearby Lanai, Molokai, and Kahoolawe from your boat, drink and food in hand, as the Hawaiian sky puts on its nightly display. Plus, keep your eyes peeled for local marine life, including whales from mid-December to mid-April. Snacks, unlimited alcoholic drinks, and non-alcoholic beverages are all included.

A trip to Molokini Crater grants visitors the chance to take in scenic ocean views from a catamaran and discover the world below the surface while snorkeling at the underwater lava formations of Turtle Town. The calm water and bountiful marine life make this an ideal snorkeling spot for everyone from first-timers to long-time snorkeling enthusiasts. Plus, a guide provides security and instruction for beginners.

Maximize your chances of seeing Hawaiian green sea turtles in Maui on this small-group kayak and snorkel tour. Paddle from Makena toward Turtle Town, a snorkeling location along the island’s southern coast, and explore the calm, clear water for the best chance to spot these beloved marine animals.

Hawaii has a rich history of pineapple farming and this tour puts it all into perspective. Head to the historic plantation town of Hali'imaile to walk around a working pineapple field. Learn about pineapple growing cycles and cultivation from your guide and sample the fruit at its different stages. Best of all, each guest receives an 'airport-ready,' fresh pineapple at the end of the tour.

If you’re looking to learn the basics of scuba diving while in Hawaii, book this Lahaina Intro to Scuba Diving Course that’s perfect for beginners and includes all the necessary equipment needed to learn. A certified instructor leads this class for uncertified divers to learn how to dive. Plus, your instructor knows the best dive spots for seeing sea life during your first dives, making it a memorable experience.